Free wifi hospots in Hong Kong

Where to find it

Predictably, Hong Kong is a very connected city, with just about every household hooked up to the net. Unfortunately for tourists looking to hook up to some free wifi hotspots in Hong Kong, this can mean there are relatively public access points and few internet cafes in the city, and those that do exist are dark holes aimed solely at teenage gaming fans. Luckily free wifi hotspots in Hong Kong are widely available in libraries, coffee shops and shopping malls. Below is a list of centrally located free internet and wifi access spots in Hong Kong.

Pacific Coffee

Situated throughout the city, Pacific Coffee offers wireless access in all of its outlets, some of which are free, but for the most part, access is pay as you go. However, the company also offers two or three fixed computers in each cafe, where access costs the price of a cup of coffee, or if you’re very naughty, nothing.

Hong Kong Libraries

Just about all of Hong Kong’s libraries offer both fixed PC workstations and LAN access for laptops, both are free. For the fixed workstations you need to register in the library, but more often than not, a station will be free immediately, if not, you can book ahead. You’ll need your passport. LAN access requires registration but you won’t need to book ahead. Wireless is being rolled out throughout 2008. Libraries are generally open from 10am until 7pm weekdays and 5pm at weekends. Hong Kong Central Library is open until 9pm daily, except Sundays.